Dr. Lawton H Shick M.D.
Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology
100 Hitchcock Way Manchester NH, 03104About
Dr. Lawton Shick is a gastroenterologist practicing in Worcester, MA. Dr. Shick specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Shick performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.
Education and Training
Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College MD
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University 1991
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Treatments
- Hepatitis
- Cirrhosis
- Hepatitis C
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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